Strategic Development Program Trainee

2 weeks ago


Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada EMCO Westlund Full time
Company Description

Westlund, A division of Emco was founded in Edmonton in 1963 and acquired by EMCO Corporation in 1986.

We have grown from our strong mining and industrial roots, now serving our clients from over 28 dedicated Westlund locations and leveraging the network of over 300 EMCO distribution locations across Canada.


With over 115 years of experience, EMCO Corporation is a leading national wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products to the construction industry.

We provide quality and cutting-edge products that help support residential, commercial and infrastructure initiatives across Canada.


At Westlund, a Division of EMCO Corporation, we are committed to providing sustainable solutions to our customers and communities in which we live and serve.

Our talented and passionate team members are the key to our success.

We empower our team members to act like owners and make a difference within our business through striving for innovation and providing excellence in customer service.

We offer a fun, fast-paced and dynamic workplace. We work as a team, share core values, and support each other's growth and development.

As our teammate, you will have the opportunity to continually develop your skills through ongoing training, have the opportunity to be innovative and try new things, and work alongside passionate colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

We are a team of enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to meeting and exceeding the needs of the customers we serve.


Job Description:


As a Strategic Development Program Trainee, you will progress through a 5 phased program to learn every aspect of our business from shipping and receiving, to sales, operations, purchasing, account management and everything in between.


Additional duties will include:

Phase 1 -Warehouse Logistics

  • Learn the products we sell, how they get from the vendor to the customer and understand all levels of sales support.

Phase - Operations

  • Get involved in our customer service, counter sales, order management, inventory and pricing controls, credit management, financial statements, and much more

Phase - Inside Sales/Project Management

  • Go from helping customers with various product and service issues to managing largescale projects.

Phase - Outside Sales/Account Management

  • Learn how to find new business opportunities, sell our products, negotiate contracts, and build customer and vendor relationships.

Phase 5 - In this phase, you can take all of your training and determine your ideal career path.

Qualifications:

  • College and/or University degree
  • Positive attitude and results oriented mindset
  • Desire to continuously learn and grow
  • Excellent customer service and organizational skills
  • Possess a strong work ethic and a high standard of integrity
  • Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, vendors, and teammates
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office software
Additional Information

Why Join Our Team?


EMCO Corporation is one of Canada's largest integrated wholesale distributors of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products for the construction industry.

We have endless opportunities for you to grow and develop in your career and a culture that prides itself in supporting you every step of the way

In addition, we will offer you:

  • Great mentors and on-the-job training
  • Growth potential with competitive salary, benefits, and profit sharing
  • A career with a solid, stable company with strong core values
  • Participation in our pension plan with employer contributions
  • Worklife balance and flex time


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